themanr

So I've been mostly doing back end stuff for a few years. My ability to fix float issues in IE6 just isn't relevant any more. What's the best way to get an understanding of modern CSS and web design? Preferably simple approaches that don't involve horrible, huge, redundant class names or bloated, overbearing frameworks.

This is for a couple of personal projects. I may ultimately end up hiring designers but I want to know what I'm taking about and I'd want to be able to maintain their output.

I think everything needs to be based in the EU. I'm looking for providers who:

* Will be robust in the face of legal threats / complaints.

* Comply with German privacy / data protection law.

I'm also interested in any resources useful to a new non-profit CTO.

Many thanks.